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Napoli Keeping a Keen Eye on Latest Santos Revelation

October 12, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Napoli have signed two strikers in the summer, but they continue to monitor the transfer market and have received rave reviews on Santos starlet Marcos Leonardo from their scouting department. The Azzurri are keeping close tabs on the youngster in case they decide to sell Victor Osimhen in the near future.

Prodigal Brazilian wingback Pedrinho Scaramussa has fallen into the crosshairs of capital giants Lazio, who are searching for left-back reinforcements.

Lazio Table Offer for Prodigal Santos Wingback Pedrinho

June 17, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Brazilian wingback Pedrinho Scaramussa has fallen into the crosshairs of capital giants Lazio, who are searching left-back reinforcements ahead of next season. They have Chelsea's Emerson and Empoli’s Parisi as first two choices for bolstering the role.

Juventus, Allegri Praises ‘Excellent’ Brazilian Talent

October 26, 2021 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Brazil, Juventus, Serie A

A product of Santos’ youth academy, Jorge was touted to move to either Milan or Juventus and finally chose the Bianconeri for developing his career further.

UPDATED: Juventus Officially Acquire Kaio Jorge from Santos

August 2, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus will bring in Kaio Jorge right away, as they have reached an agreement with Santos on a small fee. The 19-year-old striker is currently practicing on his own in Recife and will fly to Turin later this week to complete the signing, which the Brazilian club already announced. He will ink a five-year contract.

Santos Claim Kaio Jorge’s Contract to Be Longer Than Reported

July 30, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

The plot of the Kaio Jorge drama thickens. Just as Juventus were closing in on adding him on a free in January, Santos say that his contract actually expires in 2023. They state that the Brazilian federation allowed him to sign a five-year contract even if he was underage. A legal battle with the player's agents might ensue given the murky situation, putting the deal in jeopardy.

Juventus Looking to Pip Milan at the Post in Race for Brazilian Prodigy

July 28, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus have overtaken the competition to sign Kaio Jorge, although further plot twists can not be ruled out. They sent a letter to Santos indicating that they have opened talks with the striker to sign him on a free in January. In reality, they have already reached an agreement on personal terms, as Milan did before. Instead, the Brazilian club would rather sell him to Benfica.

Milan and Juventus Now Facing Strong Competition for Santos Starlet

July 26, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Transfer Market

Milan are not the only ones pursuing Kaio Jorge. Benfica are in talks with Santos to purchase the 19-year-old striker, while Juventus are squarely still in the race. The Rossoneri would be in the lead if the player waited until the end of his deal to move. However, the Brazilian club is trying to monetize his departure in this window.

Milan Confident They Will Sign Brazilian Starlet but It Could Take Time

July 23, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan are in advanced talks to acquire Kaio Jorge from Santos in the summer window. His contract expires in December, but the Italian club is willing to pay a small fee to sign him right away. The player has chosen to join the Rossoneri. The negotiation between the two clubs should not be an issue, while the commissions asked by his agents are slowing down the deal.

Milan Have Agreement with Kaio Jorge but Juventus Have Not Given Up

July 20, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan are in pole position to sign Kaio Jorge from Santos. They have come to terms with his agent Giulio Bertolucci, which puts them in a good spot. However, they will not spend the €10M asked by the Brazilian club to complete the deal. Juventus are chasing after the 19-year-old striker as well. Both Italian sides are willing to offer at most €5/6M to sign him right away.

Santos Starlet Offered to Serie A Clubs, Including Juventus and Milan

June 25, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Some intermediaries have proposed Santos forward Kaio Jorge to Milan, Juventus, and Napoli. The Brazilian starlet has a low price tag because his current contract expires in six months. The three sides, and Lazio, could be interested under the right circumstances. He could move for €10/15M given his contractual situation, although his side is hopeful on the extension. The Rossoneri and the Old Lady would not mind adding a youngster.

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